Java Software Engineer

To Apply: careers@utest.com

Date Posted: Tuesday September 07, 2010

Company: uTest

Location: Southborough, MA

Job Description:
uTest is looking for a talented java software engineer. We're seeking someone with a strong background in enterprise-level client/server development with Java and RDBMS who will report directly to the VP of Engineering. The successful candidate will enjoy working hands-on in a fast-paced, start-up environment that gives you room to apply your expertise to solve technical challenges, and allows you room to grow professionally.

This position is ideal for an experienced, driven software engineer who has a track record as a top-flight developer, and wants to get in on the ground floor of a VC-backed web start-up with a real product, real customers, and big growth opportunities. We pay well; we have outstanding benefits; we have a lot of fun; and we push one another hard.

Responsibilities

• Assist management in determining technical design of new and enhanced software components
• Provides technical expertise of software applications development
• Deep conceptual understanding of performance, scalability and availability
• Perform system integration, testing, debugging on multi-tiered platforms.
• Perform code reviews of completed development items.
• Proven experience working with multiple technology platforms
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high volume, deadline-driven environment
• Ability to multi-task, organize, prioritize and meet deadlines

Required Skills and Experience

• 3+ years designing, developing, scalable, and highly available applications in Java
• Strong OOD and OOP design skills
• Knowledge of Spring, Hibernate, JSP, Java
• Fluency in SQL via JDBC with MySQL or other RDBMS
• Development experience in C++ is a plus
• 1+ years with Flex is a plus
• 1+ years developing mobile applications is a plus
• Familiarity with unit testing techniques
• BS or MS in CS or other technical discipline